Machinist

Company: Aerotek
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Vertical Mill Machinist Pay Rate - $24 - $28/hr. Job Description Join a dynamic team in a small to medium-sized machine shop as a Vertical Mill Machinist. Your expertise will contribute to our efficient and precise manufacturing processes. Responsibilities Complete machine start-up, evaluation, and checks for mills, lathes, and surface grinders. Perform complex set-up and material accommodation. Run and execute programs created by others, and perform adjustments or modifications at the machine as needed. Provide feedback on feeds and speeds for optimization. Create rudimentary programs at the machine to complete basic functions. Perform all required quality checks, both intermediate and final. Identify machine feedback indicating maintenance or issues. Operate all equipment in the machine shop, regardless of brand, type, or condition. Mentor less experienced operators. Maintain cleanliness and organization of equipment and work area. Wear proper clothing and PPE at all times. Assist other work areas as needed. Be punctual and present during all scheduled working hours. Handle physical tasks, including lifting up to 65 lbs. Work off-shift hours, including Saturdays, as required. Essential Skills 3 years of vertical mill experience. Expertise in machine set-up. Ability to read a tape measure accurately down to 1/32". Proficient in using and demonstrating proper use of a caliper. Capability to convert fractions to decimal equivalents and vice versa. Ability to follow and execute both oral and written instructions. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with lathe, Okuma, Hurco, and Matsuura equipment. Why Work Here? Be part of a collaborative and skilled team in a supportive work environment that values your contributions and offers opportunities for professional growth. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, KS. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,KS. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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